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silver sheet

idiom
Meaning

By extension, movies, the film industry, or that which is related to movies or cinema (often preceded with "the")


Origin

disputed origin

Cinematic senses derive from late 19th and early 20th century cinema screens which in some cases had a coating of reflective metallic paint, known as silver screens or silver sheets.

Examples
SIMPLE

She dreams of becoming a star on the silver screen.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of acting in small plays, he finally landed his first role on the silver screen.

COMPLEX

The director’s latest masterpiece captures the glamour and tragedy of life on the silver screen with remarkable artistic precision.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    born with a silver spoon in one's mouth

    Born rich, or into a wealthy family.

  2. 02

    cheat sheet

    Any summary or quick reference used as a shortcut or reminder, such as an aid for public speaking.

  3. 03

    dope sheet

    A summary, ordinarily in the form of a document, containing important facts and background information concerning a person, activity, or other subject matter.

  4. 04

    fast sheet

    A hotel or similar establishment catering to prostitutes.

  5. 05

    hot sheet

    A list of items of high current interest.

  6. 06

    sell the family silver

    To sell one's property (not necessarily heirlooms) in an attempt to avoid or escape financial difficulties.

  7. 07

    silver screen

    Movies, or that which is related to movies or cinema.

  8. 08

    silver spoon

    Wealth passed down or inherited.

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